What Constitutes a Successful Career? Top Lawyers Give Their Views
Is it still a success if your career goes well but your private life doesn't? We ask some of the industry's top names.
April 07, 2020 at 04:42 AM
9 minute read
When he started out as a trainee, success for TLT corporate partner Patrick Somers was all about making partner as soon as possible. "Nothing else mattered and sacrificing family life or letting down your friends because you were stuck at work, were almost seen as badges of honour," he says.
"That no longer holds true and more importantly, shouldn't be considered as acceptable," he adds. "We have all seen the negative effects of this model."
So what is the right balance between family and hobbies and career progression? Should it viewed as a success if someone makes partner but their private life falls apart?
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